Rune Overpowers Humbert with Confident Victory
Holger Rune displayed brilliant composure and power, defeating Ugo Humbert 6-4, 6-4 to advance into the Rolex Shanghai Masters Round 16.
Rune maintained consistency from the baseline, breaking Humbert’s serve early in both sets to control the match effectively from start to finish.
The Danish star looked in total command throughout, hitting crisp forehands and showing his usual fighting spirit in crucial points.
This win marks another important step in Rune’s Shanghai campaign, highlighting his intent to challenge for the Masters title.
Mpetshi Perricard Shocks Fritz in Straight Sets
Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard produced a stunning performance to upset fifth seed Taylor Fritz 6-4, 7-6(4) on Stadium Court.
The French youngster’s booming serve and fearless net play left Fritz struggling to find rhythm during critical stages of the encounter.
Perricard stayed mentally composed in the tiebreak, sealing the biggest win of his career on a strong forehand winner.
His victory over a top-ten player boosts his confidence ahead of the next challenging round in Shanghai.
Djokovic Battles Past Hanfmann in Three-Set Thriller
Novak Djokovic overcame Yannick Hanfmann 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 in a match full of intensity and long rallies under humid Shanghai conditions.
Hanfmann started aggressively, taking the opening set with deep groundstrokes, but Djokovic’s resilience soon turned the momentum around.
The Serbian broke serve late in the second set, using precise returns and steady defense to level the thrilling contest.
Djokovic then sealed the deciding set with controlled aggression, proving his champion mentality in crucial closing moments of the battle.
Diallo Advances After Goffin’s Sudden Retirement
Gabriel Diallo moved forward after David Goffin retired early in the first set while trailing 3-0 on Grandstand Court.
The Canadian began strongly, serving with precision and forcing Goffin into early defensive errors during long baseline exchanges.
Unfortunately, Goffin experienced physical discomfort and decided to retire from the match before completing the opening set.
Diallo’s composed start ensured his smooth progress to the Round of 16 despite the unexpected ending to the encounter.
Bergs, Munar, and Vacherot Progress Confidently
Zizou Bergs delivered a clean straight-set victory over Francisco Cerundolo 7-6(1), 6-3 to book his spot in the next round.
Jaume Munar fought hard to defeat Yoshihito Nishioka 6-4, 5-7, 6-1 in a match filled with momentum shifts and intense rallies.
Valentin Vacherot advanced after Tomáš Macháč retired in the second set with the score standing 6-0, 3-1 in Vacherot’s favor.
The Rolex Shanghai Masters Round 32 concluded with multiple retirements and strong performances shaping an unpredictable next round.
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